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At Bilski Dental, we understand that your oral health is more than just a surface-level concern. To provide you with the best care possible, we often utilize advanced diagnostic tools like X-rays to to gain a deeper understanding of your oral health. 

Here's a breakdown of what we're on the lookout for:

• Cavities and Tooth Decay: One of the most common issues we identify is cavities or tooth decay. X-rays help us pinpoint these trouble spots accurately.

• Root Health: We assess the health of tooth roots, checking for formation, infections, and any irregularities such as crossing over other teeth.

• Bone Loss: X-rays help us detect bone loss around your teeth, a critical factor in assessing overall dental health.

• Alignment and Abnormalities: We look for tooth misalignments, cysts, tumors, abscesses, and changes in root canals, all of which could impact your dental health.

• Jaw and TMJ: We evaluate your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) to identify any issues that could cause headaches, migraines, or jaw discomfort.

• Sinus Conditions: In some cases, roots may extend into the sinuses, and X-rays help us assess if there are infections or concerns in this area.

• Dental Implant Placement: If you have dental implants or are considering them, X-rays help us ensure they are correctly positioned and away from the sinus.

• Development and Pathologies: For growing children and adults alike, X-rays reveal dental development issues and potential pathologies like osteomyelitis or cysts.

• Fractures and Trauma: In cases of injury or trauma, X-rays help us identify fractures in the jaws, teeth, and any nerve disturbances.

• Abnormal Tooth Counts: We use X-rays to detect any unusual tooth counts, which can indicate conditions where individuals have more teeth than usual.

The frequency of X-rays varies from patient to patient. For children, especially if they have cavities, we may take X-rays every six months. However, for adults, it might be less frequent, typically once a year. In certain situations, we recommend a Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) scan for a more detailed, 360-degree view.

At Bilski Dental, we prioritize your oral health, and our X-ray process is just one of the ways we ensure you receive the best care possible. Whether it's identifying issues or confirming a healthy smile, X-rays are an invaluable tool in our dental arsenal.